89
Overall
Aroma
11
Flavor
19
Mouthfeel
4
Appearance
3
LaVista, NE
What Our Editors Thought
“Chocolate and whiskey in the nose with some deeper syrah-barrel notes. Lighter in the sip as the deeper notes fade and the caramel middle pushes forward. Enjoyable, yet simple.”
What Our Panel Thought
“Big chocolate aromas with a hint of soy sauce. Sweet, malty flavor, with a level of alcohol that lightens the perceived body. Well-balanced flavors. Fairly potent alcohol, but not overly hot. Nice esters with a subtle spiciness.”
What the Brewers Say
“Blend of barrel-aged English barleywine and barrel-aged imperial stout. Notes of coffee, chocolate, caramel, or toffee.”
Review printed in: From Grain to Class (Spring 2026)
View All IssuesDate Reviewed: December 10, 2025